Monroe Center School Handbook
August 22, 2007
Dear Monroe Center School Parents and Students,
Welcome to Monroe Center School and to the start of the 2007-2008 school year. Please read your student handbook thoroughly and make sure that you have a clear understanding of all policies and guidelines for Monroe Center School. We are excited and look forward to being a part of the academic, physical, and emotional growth of our students this year. Let’s work together to make this a great year for children. This will be a year full of great memories and productive academic growth.
Involve yourself by volunteering to help where you can. Continue to support the P.T.O. in providing support and assistance for our major fundraiser and fundraising activities. The P.T.O. helps raise funds for supplies and activities that greatly benefit all of our students. Parents are needed to help as room fathers and mothers, organizing and working various fundraisers, Santa and Elves, and Market Day. Library helpers are needed each week and individual classroom assistance is needed. Many opportunities are available to get involved!
We will send home a comprehensive newsletter and calendar the beginning of each month. Please make sure to read all of the latest news about your child’s classroom. Check your child’s book bag nightly for homework and notes from school that will keep you informed of special events.
Thank you to parents for being good role models and teachers of honesty, respect, and responsibility. Your role in leading and teaching is very valuable. Read to your child and have your child read to you. Give your child great experiences like visiting zoos and museums. These experiences support the learning process and help children to succeed in school and prepare them to be responsible adults. Keep your child actively engaged in the learning process and continue to help your child to develop as a responsible, well-behaved, and productive citizen. Encourage perfect attendance every single day. Attendance awards will be given at the end of each quarter. As educators, we encourage excellent attendance from bell to bell as to minimize the disruptions to the boys and girls in their classrooms. Please refrain from picking your child up before the end of the day. Dismissal is at 3:15 p.m. Schedule regular doctor and dentist appointments for times when your child is not in attendance. A child will have homework sent home only after two days or more of school is missed. Attendance habits develop early. Give your child the greatest start in developing these skills for a productive life.
Monroe Center School will strive to give each child an exciting and educationally profitable experience in a warm and caring environment. The rules and regulations provided in this handbook for Monroe Center School are general guidelines designed to promote safety and freedom from interruption in your child’s academic program. As parents, we encourage you to stay actively involved in your child’s education. Your participation this school year will enable us to provide the most positive educational experience for your child.
Parents, please read this handbook thoroughly and go over all
major points with your child. Please contact us to discuss your
educational concerns. Please sign the attached form confirming that
you have read over this handbook with your child. We look forward
to another great year at Monroe Center School and thank you for
your support.
Sincerely,
Adam R. Zurko
Principal
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE 1
· School District Philosophy, Meridian Elementary Schools Mission
Statement, and Administration
PAGE 2
· 2007-2008 School Personnel
PAGE 3
· 2007-2008 School Calendar
PAGE 4
· PTO Letter
PAGE 5
· State Health Requirements
PAGE 6
· School Fees, Notice to Parents, School Hours, Arrival Time,
Before School Expectations, Lunch Prices, and Lunch Program
PAGE 7
· Free Lunch Program, Physical Education Classes, Office Hours and
Policies, Use of School Phone, Book Refund Policy, and Address
Change
PAGE 8
· Admission, Transfers, Homework Policies
PAGE 9
· Homework Policies Cont., Homework for Vacationing Students, and
Attendance
PAGE 10
· Early Dismissal, Notes Required, Insurance, and Expectations
PAGE 11
· Expectations Cont.
· Student/Parent Rights – Suspension or Expulsion of Pupils
PAGE 12
· The School Code of Illinois: 10.22.6
· Smoking, Drinking, Drugs, Corporal Punishment, Cheating, and
Discipline
· Student Drug Free Policy
PAGE 13
· Student Drug Free Policy Cont.
· Care of School Property, Parking Areas, and Leaving School
Grounds
· Dress Code
PAGE 14
· Name Labels, Lost Articles, Field Trips, School Parties, and
School Bus Transportation
PAGE 15
· School Bus Transportation Cont., School Bus Expectations and
Transportation Policy
PAGE 16
· Articles Prohibited in School, and Circulation Policy
(Library)
PAGE 17
· Weather Related/Emergency Related
PAGE 18
· Weather Cont., Parent Teacher Conferences, Parent Visits, Report
Cards, and School Health Program
PAGE 19
· School Health Program (Cont.) and Counseling Services
PAGE 20
· Counseling Services Cont. and School Supply Lists
PAGE 21
· School Supply Lists Cont.
MERIDIAN COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT #223
SCHOOL DISTRICT PHILOSOPHY
The School District, in an active partnership with parents and community, will promote excellence in a caring environment in which all students learn and grow. This partnership shall empower all students to develop a strong self-esteem and to become responsible learners and decision-makers. The School District is committed to developing and using a visionary and innovative curriculum and a knowledgeable and dedicated staff.
MERIDIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS MISSION STATEMENT
It is the mission of Monroe Center School to nurture children’s development to their fullest potential in all academic, social, emotional, and physical realms for the betterment of society.
ADMINISTRATION
Mr. Bob Prusator
Meridian Superintendent of Schools 645-2606
Mrs. Jennifer Porter
Director of Business and Human Resources 645-2606
Mr. Michael Mandzen
Stillman Valley High School Principal 645-2291
Mr. Jeffrey Voltz
Asst. High School Principal 645-2291
Mr. Steve Stewart
Activities Director 645-2291
Mr. Bill Davidson
Meridian Junior High School Principal 645-2277
Mrs. Leslie Showers
Asst. Junior High School Principal 645-2277
Mr. Adam Zurko
Monroe Center Elementary School Principal 393-4424
Mr. Mike Coulahan
Highland Elementary School Principal 645-8188
2007-2008 School Personnel
Board of Education - Meridian Unit District #223
Mr. Ron Steenken - President Mrs. Barb Reeverts -
Vice-President
Mrs. Debra Bonne, Mr. Bruce Larson, Mr. Tim Jagielski, Mr. Tim
King, and Mr. Kevin Glendenning.
The Board of Education meets the second and fourth Thursday of each
month at 7:00 P.M. in the District Boardroom at Meridian Junior
High.
Monroe Center Teaching Staff
Kindergarten (AM) - Mrs. Dawn Kruger
Kindergarten (PM) - Mrs. Roxie Kurt
Third Grade (3G) - Mrs. Ann Green
Third Grade (3D) - Mrs. Joi Dundas
Third Grade (3M) - Mrs. Kathleen Mandzen
Third Grade (3T) - Ms. Deb Thibodeau
Third Grade (3TO) - Mrs. Jennifer Tompkins
Third Grade (3B) - Mrs. Lori Bartlett
Fourth Grade (4TU) - Mrs. Jennifer Tucker
Fourth Grade (4A) - Ms. Angela Alfano
Fourth Grade (4E) - Mrs. Teresa Eden
Fourth Grade (4M) - Mrs. Michele Massari
Fourth Grade (4P) - Mrs. Christa Papke
Fourth Grade (4W) - Mrs. Marsha Welden
Fourth Grade (4O) - Ms. Shannon O’Hare
Fifth Grade (5B) - Mr. Dale Beiersdorff
Fifth Grade (5BE) - Mrs. Kathy Benesh
Fifth Grade (5H) - Mr. Ben Hickerson
Fifth Grade (5K) - Ms. Mary Kimrey
Fifth Grade (5M) - Mrs. Amy Metzger
Special Education - Mrs. Kim Hiort, Mr. Doug Schiltz, Mrs. Kristina
Porter
Counselors - Ms. Shannon Meehan and Mrs. Stephanie Haugh
Title I Reading - Mrs. Cindy Lewis
Physical Education - Mrs. Mona Smith/Mrs. Susan Hager
Speech - Ms. Joyce Wills
Art - Ms. Karen Rosenbloom
Music - Mrs. Diane Knight/Mrs. Kathy Owens
Bilingual Education - Mr. Ryan Brown
Librarian/Assistant - Ms. Dana Kunce/Mrs. Pam Wise
Education Support Personnel
School Secretary - Mrs. Jody Meyer
Assistant School Secretary - Mrs. Kathy Bybee
Instructional Aides - Mrs. Rachel DeVries, Mrs. Connie Davidson,
Mrs. Midge Haas,
Mrs. Donna Hall , and Mrs. Tammy Weir
Special Education Aides - Mrs. Deb Lawson, Mrs. Raylene Rzasa, Mrs.
Kristina Reed, Mrs. Lori Wetzel
School Nurse - Mrs. Connie Nyberg/ TBA
Kitchen Staff - TBA, Mrs. Cindy Gunderson and Mrs. Janice Hess
Head Custodian - Mr. Tom Castelli
Night Custodians - Mrs. Rita Mathewson, Ms. Jessica Rydeberg, Mrs.
Donna Roeglin
School Calendar
2007-2008
August 15 & 16 Teacher’s Institute – No School
August 17 Half-day attendance for students - No Kindergarten
August 20 First day of School for kindergarten / Full day-all
students
August 23 Picture Day
August 28 Open house/Orientation for kdg., 3rd, 4th and 5th
Grade
August 29-31 Fifth Grade Lorado Taft Outing
September 3 Labor Day - No School
September 14 Mid-Term First Quarter
October 8 Columbus Day – No School
October 12 End of First Quarter
October 18 Picture Retake Day
October 22, 25 Parent-Teacher Conferences – 2 Nights
November 16 Mid-Term Second Quarter
November 21-23 Thanksgiving Vacation - No School
December 21 End of First Semester
Dec. 22 – Jan. 6 Winter Break – No School
January 7 Begin 2nd Semester
January 21 Martin Luther King’s Birthday – No School
February 1 Mid-Term Third Quarter
February 18 Presidents’ Day - No School
March 4 Spring Pictures
March 7 End of Third Quarter
March 21 No School
March 24-28 Spring Break - No School
April 1 School Resumes
April 11 Mid-Term Fourth Quarter
May 21 Teacher’ Institute - No School
May 22 Report Card Day/Last Day of School
May 26 Memorial Day - No School
* 5 Emergency days would end the school year on Thursday, May
30, 2008
Meridian Elementary PTO
The Meridian Elementary Parent/Teacher Organization’s objective is to raise funds to purchase items and programs that benefit students attending Highland and Monroe Center Schools. Anyone with children attending these schools is considered part of the PTO. There are no dues or membership listing. A committee of parents from Monroe Center, Davis Junction, and Stillman Valley governs the officers listed below.
The PTO handles several fundraisers during the school year:
*Imperial Crown – Wrapping paper, candy and gift fundraiser
kicks off on August at both schools.
*Santa & Elves Shop – Gives the children an opportunity to buy
inexpensive gifts for family and friends. The shop will be open on
TBA at Highland School and TBA at Monroe Center School.
*Class Action – Orders will be taken for classroom supplies in
April of 2008 for the 2008/2009 school year. Kits are delivered at
school registration in August.
*Teacher Appreciation Week – A week of snacks, presents, and a
luncheon for the teachers.
*Market Day – Order forms are sent home with students each month. A
percentage of the profit goes to help fund the fifth grade trip to
Lorado Taft. Fourth grade parents are asked to help host the sale
to defray the cost ($100.00) for each student.
Profits from these fundraisers are used at the schools. Each teacher is reimbursed $100.00 for items needed in the classroom. Many activities are funded through the PTO including assemblies, Muster Day, Field Day and Young Author activities as well as the purchase of other educational enhancing products.
PTO will keep you updated on what is happening and what is coming up through the school newsletter each month. There will also be a Back to School and Fun Fair Open Meeting. More information and dates will be coming. The PTO welcomes anyone who would like to help with any of the activities. Just let any of the PTO officers know. Thank you in advance for all of your support.
Sincerely,
Meridian PTO
Carla Duschen Chairperson Kristi Voth Co-Chairman
Karen Daleo Treasurer Deb Lentz Secretary
Rhonda Ledger Highland Teacher Rep.
Kathy Mandzen Monroe Center Teacher Rep.
Mr. Mike Coulahan Highland School Principal
Mr. Adam Zurko Monroe Center School Principal
Meridian Community Unit #223
State Health Requirements for Students
Dear Parents,
The required physical examination form is enclosed for your
student. Section 7-8, Chapter 122 of the Illinois School Code
requires that all pupils entering K, 5th and 9th grades must have
completed the following before being admitted to school:
1. A physical examination on the specified state form. Physical
exams must be completed within one year prior to school entry.
2. Immunizations required for DPT, Polio, Measles, Mumps, Rubella,
Td Booster every 10 years,
Varicella and Hepatitis B Vaccine Series.
3. Physician’s documentation indicating lead assessment and/or
screening (for high risk zip code areas)
is required at kindergarten or first entrance to a program. (ie.
Early Childhood or Pre-K).
4. Physician’s documentation indicating diabetes risk assessment
(PreK, K, 1, 5, and 9)
KINDERGARTEN HEALTH NEEDS:
1. Required physical and required dental exam.
2. DPT and Polio Boosters must be given after the 4th birthday.
3. MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) 2 doses of measles vaccine
required:
1st dose on or after 12 months of age
2nd dose at least one month later
4. Varicella vaccine(Chickenpox) –1 dose on or after 12 months of
age
5. If the above immunizations have not been completed at the time
of the physical exam, a written
schedule from your physician to complete the required doses must be
presented with the physical
exam at the time of registration.
6. Proof of dental exam prior to May 15th of the school year.
2ND GRADE HEALTH NEEDS:
1. Proof of dental exam prior to May 15th of the school year.
5TH GRADE HEALTH NEEDS:
1. Required physical and required dental exam.
2. Hepatitis B Vaccine series completed.
3. Required immunizations current
6TH GRADE HEALTH NEEDS:
1. Proof of dental exam prior to May 15th of the school year.
9TH GRADE HEALTH NEEDS:
1. Required physical and required dental exam.
a. Be sure physician designates approval for participation in
physical education and interscholastic
sports by checking the appropriate boxes on the physical form..
2. Tetanus Booster required every 10 years.
3. Required immunizations current.
I urge you to make your medical and dental appointments now to
avoid difficulty obtaining an appointment later this summer. A
student risks exclusion from school on and after October 15th if
the physical examination and immunization requirements have not
been completed and returned to the school.
Sincerely,
Robert Prusator
Superintendent
THE MERIDIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT #223 IS A NON-DISCRIMINATING SCHOOL DISTRICT.
SCHOOL FEES
Parents frequently ask why we have a book fee and what the fee
supplies. State law forbids school boards from distributing
textbooks to students without charge unless the voters have
approved a special enabling referendum. Voters in District #223
have not been asked to approve such a referendum. School fees are
payable registration day. These fees defray the cost of the hard
and soft covered books used by the students.
Kindergarten fees are $35.00.
Third Grade, Fourth Grade and Fifth Grade fees are $40.00.
Checks should be made payable to the Meridian Unit District
#223.
NOTICE TO PARENTS
This is to advise you that you may be eligible for a waiver of
student fees if you receive public aid; if your gross household
income is under that set out in federal guidelines for free
lunches; or if you are otherwise able to establish that you cannot
afford to pay these fees. Applications requesting waiver of fees
should be submitted to the principal at the time of registration.
Forms for submission of such requests are available in each
principal’s office. The use of false information to obtain such
waiver is a felony under Illinois law. Any inquiries should be
directed to the principal of the building in which your child is
enrolled.
SCHOOL HOURS
A.M. Kindergarten 8:50 A.M. to 1:20 P.M.
P.M. Kindergarten 10:50 A.M. to 3:15 P.M.
Grades 3, 4, and 5 8:50 A.M. to 3:15 P.M.
ARRIVAL TIME
Every parent should see that the children do not arrive at school
before 8:40. We do not have available play areas inside the
building nor adequate supervision to permit children to come to
school long before school starts. Bus students will be admitted
upon their arrival at school.
BEFORE SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS
1. Students should arrive at school after 8:40 a.m. unless special
arrangements have been made. Outdoor supervision is limited before
school.
2. Quiet and orderly behavior is expected in the main lobby.
3. After the bell rings, students will walk to their rooms.
LUNCH PRICES
A hot lunch will be served daily in the school cafeteria. Lunch
prices will be $1.35 for students and $2.00 for adults. Milk is 25¢
each. All hot lunches must be paid for in advance (no charges.)
LUNCH PROGRAM
We use a computerized lunch accounting system. The name of each
student has been entered into the computer program and each student
has been assigned an account. Students make deposits to their lunch
account upon arrival in the morning and receive a receipt. Each
family will have their own account that is scanned in the lunchroom
each time they have milk or purchase a hot lunch. Any questions
concerning lunch tickets should be referred to the school
office.
FREE LUNCH PROGRAM
Free lunch applications are available registration day or may be
picked up in the school office. The Superintendent of Schools
follows established federal guidelines for the free and reduced
lunch program in determining a family’s eligibility for the
program.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASSES
All students are required to participate in organized physical
education classes. This year, students will be required to
participate in physical education five days a week. The policies
pertaining to these requirements follow.
1. All boys and girls are required to have tennis shoes for
physical education classes. They should be marked with the
student’s name.
2. If a student is physically unable to participate in physical
education class or if certain restrictions are required due to poor
health, a note from the student’s doctor should be presented to the
physical education teacher as soon as this condition is evident.
The doctor’s note should indicate the restriction specifically.
3. A daily excuse from gym must be accompanied by a parent’s note
and presented to the gym teacher before gym class. It is strongly
urged that parents use discretion in providing this type of excuse.
Often, physical activity serves a therapeutic purpose for students
who don’t feel up to par or who are returning to school after an
illness. In such cases, the parent’s request will be honored.
OFFICE HOURS AND POLICIES
The school office is officially open from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
each day, Monday through Friday. Your principal plans an “Open Door
Policy.” This means that all may feel free to come in to discuss
matters with the principal at any time. Many times a school
administrator is required to be out of his office for different
reasons. For your convenience, it might be wise to call to make an
appointment prior to coming. If you do not mind taking a chance on
waiting to see the principal, you may come at your convenience.
USE OF SCHOOL PHONE
Messages will be taken for students and teachers, but it is not
always possible to deliver these immediately. Parents wishing to
confer with teachers on the phone are requested to limit their
calls to before school, noontime, and after school. Students are
not allowed to use the school phones except in cases of
emergencies. Student cell phones are to remain in backpacks during
school hours.
BOOK REFUND POLICY
Any student entering Monroe Center Grade School during the first
semester shall pay the full year’s price for books. A student
entering during the second semester will pay one-half the full
year’s price for books.
One-half the full year’s price will be refunded to anyone leaving
during the first semester. A student leaving during the second
semester will get no refund for books. All partially used books
will be returned to the office so they may be used for new students
entering school.
ADDRESS CHANGE
It is important that we have at all times your address and
telephone number. This information is especially important in cases
of emergency. Please notify Mrs. Meyer or Mrs. Bybee in the school
office immediately upon changing your address or telephone
number.
ADMISSION
Requirements for entering Kindergarten:
1. Verification of birth date.
2. Required physical and dental examination.
3. Five years old before September 1st of the current school
year.
4. Enrollment in Pre-Kindergarten requires a physical and dental
examination.
5. Proof of residency.
TRANSFERS
When a child is to be transferred from Monroe Center Grade School
to another district, please notify the school office at least one
week in advance. This will enable the teacher to complete necessary
records. A transfer slip will be prepared which the parent or child
may pick up the last day of the child’s attendance. School records
will be forwarded upon request by the other school.
THIRD GRADE HOMEWORK POLICY
Our policy is limited or controlled homework. The purpose of
homework is to strengthen or increase skills. Homework is in the
nature of enrichment activity, such as specific practice or drill,
i.e. the multiplication tables, etc.
FOURTH GRADE HOMEWORK POLICY
A fourth grade student should expect to complete homework
assignments on an “everyday” basis. The length of time will vary
due to time allowed in class and the “student’s” utilization of
this time during class. If your fourth grader does bring his work
home, it is to be finished and returned the next day. Unfinished
homework may result in missing a portion of recess. If this is a
repeated habit, other methods will be implemented. You will be
notified if this happens.
Fourth Grade Homework Policy for Excused Absences
For each day a student is absent, the student will have one school
day to complete missed work.
Fourth Grade Homework Policy for Vacationing Students
Assignments will be given to students prior to a vacation if 2-3
days notice is given to the teacher. All assignments must be
completed upon returning to class. Incomplete work will be
considered late.
Modifications for Special Needs Students
The classroom and special needs teacher will give a written
evaluation.
Grade Scale
93-100 = A 83-87 = B 73-77 = C 63-67 = D
90-92 = A- 80-82 = B- 70-72 = C- 60-62 = D-
88-89 = B+ 78-79 = C+ 68-69 = D+ Below 59 = F
FIFTH GRADE HOMEWORK POLICY
A fifth grade student should expect to receive homework assignments
on an "everyday" basis. The length may vary due to time allowed in
class and the "student's" utilization of this time during class.
The student should not be spending more than 1 to 2 hours a night
on regular assignments.
Fifth Grade Homework Policy for Excused Absences
Completion of schoolwork missed due to illness should be turned in
within a reasonable amount of time after the student's return to
class. A request for homework for students who are ill should be
made by 10:00 A.M. of the second day they are absent. This work
should be picked up at the end of the school day. Special requests
for homework will be accommodated when possible.
Fifth Grade Homework Policy for Vacationing Students
Students requesting homework due to vacations should make the
request a week before leaving. Completion of this work is expected
upon returning from vacation. Unforeseen circumstances will be
taken into consideration.
ATTENDANCE
It is essential for children to attend school regularly in order to
obtain maximum benefit from their education. It is also important
because State Aid reimbursement to schools is determined by a
school’s average daily attendance. It is the responsibility of
parents or guardians to see to it that their children attend school
regularly. The Monroe Center Grade School absence policy has the
following classifications:
Excused absence - personal illness, contagious disease in a family, emergencies in a family - these constitute a satisfactory excuse to be fully credited when made up. However, making up work may involve staying after school and increased homework.
If your child is ill and will not be attending school on a given day, please call the school and report his/her illness prior to 9:00 A.M. The school office will attempt to call the homes in the morning of students not in attendance if we do not hear from you.
PARENTS SHOULD SEND A WRITTEN EXCUSE ON THE CHILD’S RETURN TO SCHOOL CLEARLY STATING THE REASON FOR EACH ABSENCE OR TARDINESS.
Unexcused absence –
1. Vacation days in excess of five are considered unexcused
absences.
2. 2 tardies or 2 early outs are considered as ½ day unexcused
absence.
3. Doctor or dentist’s notes are to be turned in upon return to
school or the absence is considered unexcused.
4. Take your Child to Work Day is considered an unexcused
absence.
5. When a student is sent home due to pediculosis (head lice), the
first day of absence is considered excused. Children must be
treated that day and sent back to school the next day or that day
is considered unexcused.
After 5 unexcused absences, a referral will be made to the Ogle County Truancy Outreach Program. It is the policy of the school that time and work missed because of an unexcused absence or tardiness must be made up to the satisfaction of the teacher in a reasonable length of time. However, full credit cannot be given when absence from a class is unexcused.
EARLY DISMISSAL
Teachers have been instructed not to excuse any child without a
written or personal request from parent or guardian, nor to permit
any child to go from the school premises with an unidentified
person. This has been done in order to help protect your child. The
exception to this will be for scheduled events. When a child leaves
early the office should be notified when that child is leaving the
building. Two early dismissals shall count as ½ day unexcused
absence.
NOTES REQUIRED
The school requires notes from parents or guardians for the
following reasons.
1. Absence
2. Requests for special dismissals
3. For riding a different bus or for a town child to ride a bus
4. For all field trips (permission slips will be supplied)
5. For all medications to be taken at school
INSURANCE
Accident insurance is offered for grades K-5. This covers your
child from the time he leaves home until he returns, provided he
goes directly to and from school. While the carrying of this
insurance is optional, we strongly recommend that each student,
especially those in athletics, have this coverage. This will aid in
expenses incurred in the case of an accident. Insurance
applications are available on registration day. Emphasize to your
child that reporting to the supervisor any injury is important in
collection of insurance.
Monroe Center Expectations (Before, During and After School Hours)
Playground Expectations
1. Use all equipment properly.
2. Follow adult directions and signals at all times.
3. Play in designated areas.
4. Keep hands and feet to self.
5. Share all equipment and play safely and fairly.
6. Be a good sport.
7. Dress appropriately for the weather.
Classroom Expectations
1. Treat materials and equipment with care.
2. Complete assignments and participate.
3. Follow all teacher directions.
4. Keep hands and feet to self.
5. Always do your best work
6. Speak with good purpose.
7. Respect personal space and stay on task.
8. Be prepared and cooperative.
Hallway Expectations
1. Keep hands, feet, and objects off wall and bulletin
boards/lockers.
2. Quietly close lockers.
3. Be quiet and considerate to those around you.
4. Keep hands and feet to self.
5. Walk silently to the right (single file).
6. Face forward quietly and keep hands to your side.
7. Respect all class lines.
Lunchroom Expectations
1. Maintain a clean eating area and dispose all garbage
appropriately.
2. Use good manners (please, thank you, excuse me) and raise your
hand.
3. Keep hands and feet to self.
4. Eat your own food.
5. Follow adult directions and signals.
6. Use soft indoor voices.
7. Walk at all times.
Bathroom Expectations
1. Leave all materials in class.
2. Maintain a clean bathroom environment.
3. Use soft voices and return to class promptly.
4. Keep hands and feet to self.
5. Wash your hands with soap and water.
6. Flush toilets and urinals.
7. Respect others’ and your privacy.
8. Walk safely.
Student Rights and Responsibilities
a. The rights and limits of students respecting freedom of speech,
press, and assembly shall be in accord with the First Amendment of
the United States Constitution.
b. Students shall have the right to due process procedures in
matters of suspension and/or expulsion.
c. Academic performance shall be the only criterion for academic
grades.
d. Students shall not be subjected to unreasonable or excessive
punishment.
e. In light of the creation of these orderly procedures for dealing
with student concerns, no student shall disrupt the education
process within a school.
f. Every member of the school community, including students,
parents and the school staff has the responsibility to promote
regular attendance at school, orderly conduct, and freedom from
fear of insult or injury, and maximum opportunities for
learning.
Parent Rights - Suspension or Expulsion of Pupils
Any suspension shall be reported immediately to the parents or
guardian of any such pupil along with a statement of the reasons
for such suspension and a notice of their right to a review. Upon
request of the parents or guardian the school board or a hearing
officer appointed by it shall review such action of the
superintendent or principal, assistant principal, or dean of
students. At such review the parents or guardian of the pupil may
appear and discuss the suspension with the board or its hearing
officer. If a hearing officer is appointed by the board, he shall
report to the board a written summary of the evidence heard at the
meeting. After its hearing or upon receipt of the written report of
its hearing officer, the board may take action.
The School Code of Illinois: 10.22.6.
The building principal has authority over all students in District #223.
SMOKING, DRINKING, DRUGS
Smoking, chewing tobacco, using, possessing or selling intoxicating
beverages and controlled substances (drugs) are prohibited by
students while under the school's sponsored events. Violators of
this policy shall be subject to disciplinary procedures and
possible court action.
CORPORAL PUNISHMENT
Corporal punishment is not administered at Monroe Center Grade
School. However, a teacher may restrain as necessary to maintain
safety for the other students, school personnel or persons or for
the purpose of self-defense of property.
CHEATING
Cheating on tests, plagiarism, or any other type of deception to
get credit without effort is universally recognized as improper
conduct. This type of violation of classroom standards will be
dealt with very severely by the classroom teacher. Students who
engage in cheating or other deceitful activities will find their
conduct reflected in their grades.
DISCIPLINE
Monroe Center School has developed a behavior matrix that addresses
positive expectations in all realms of the school community. The
behavior matrix revolves around character education and making
positive choices. The behavior matrix will be used as a common
school-wide plan to address unacceptable behaviors in a fair and
positive manner. Monroe Center School will be focusing on classroom
and school-wide positive incentives to promote good character and
appropriate choices.
Severe misbehavior will result in immediate removal from the room. The building principal will handle all of the severe misbehavior situations. Continual deviate behavior will lead to a parent conference with the possibility of in/after school detention and both in-school and out-of-school suspension. All students are expected to adhere to the regulations and policies of the building regarding student behavior. This year I am again asking the staff to emphasize the positive aspects of student behavior. Each teacher will be responsible for designing a method for rewarding positive behavior. Your child starts each day with a clean slate. It is our hope that this program will make learning more enjoyable.
STUDENT DRUG FREE POLICY
The following is the rationale for the District Drug Free Policy
for Students:
1. It is illegal in Illinois for anyone under 21 to be in
possession of alcohol
2. It is illegal for anyone to possess, sell, manufacture, or use
drugs or look alike drugs;
3. The following drugs are included: alcohol, illicit drugs, and
non-therapeutic use of prescribed drugs, misuse of solvents, and
other dangerous substances.
4. The District will compliment and augment the Federal, State, and
Local Laws that govern possession, use, and trafficking in alcohol
and other intoxicants, controlled dangerous substances, and
prescription drugs.
5. This policy should be reviewed yearly so that the policy is
complying with Federal Law and State and Local Statutes.
6. This policy will become part of the student handbook.
7. Violators of this policy on school property, on school buses, or at any school related activities will be dealt with in the following manner:
1ST OCCURENCE - Parent/guardian conference is scheduled, at which time both student and legal guardian will consent for the student to COMPLETE a drug/alcohol evaluation/screening, at the parent's expense, by a licensed community services drug/alcohol program. The student will also: 1) follow the prescribed course of treatment as outlined in the evaluation, 2) sign, along with his/her guardian, the necessary release of information forms to allow communication between the treatment agency and the school district, 3) be allowed to attend classes during his or her evaluation or treatment. NOTE: If at any time the student chooses not to follow the prescribed evaluation or recommendation of the licensed agency, a 10-day out-of-school suspension will be immediately implemented.
2ND OCCURENCE - Referral to local law enforcement agency, immediate 10 day out-of-school suspension, and a parent conference. The student will be referred to a licensed community services drug/alcohol program. NOTE: Parent/student may petition Board of Education contingent upon submitting written evidence of completion of appropriate drug/alcohol evaluation/screening and COMPLETION of prescribed treatment program for reinstatement at parents' expense. The completion of the prescribed treatment will certainly be considered by the Board of Education in the appeal process.
CARE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY
Any damage done to school property must be repaired or replaced at
the expense of the offender. Parent cooperation is requested in
helping us teach children to respect school property, material,
furnishings, equipment and to the building itself. Proper respect
should also be given to all persons in authority.
There will be no gum chewing outside or inside the building.
PARKING AREAS
Please park away from the front of the Monroe Center Grade School
at morning arrival or evening dismissal times. The busses take up a
large segment of the available space and these busses will be given
priority on this parking space. During school functions, which
occur after regular school hours, the blacktop area in back of
school may be used for parking. Please stay on the hard
surfaces.
LEAVING SCHOOL GROUNDS
No child will be allowed to leave the school grounds without the
permission of the parent and the principal or a teacher. In the
event the parents must remove a child from school before the close
of the day, a note should be sent to school in advance to inform
the teachers of this change from the normal routine.
DRESS CODE
Our behavior patterns are affected by what we wear. There are very
few restrictions concerning dress, the school believing if a
student is “neat and clean” he will usually meet the standards of
school dress. The weather during the beginning and ending of the
school year contributes to some rather warm classrooms.
Consequently, lighter dress for students is necessary to be
comfortable. The following types of dress are not acceptable; hats,
tobacco shirts, short shorts, gym shorts, tank tops, muscle shirts,
halter tops, biking shorts, shorts made of spandex, flip-flops for
shoes, and any clothing with wording considered inappropriate by
the staff. Obviously, these are general guidelines and there can
always be some situations that are not covered by generalities.
Should any question surface regarding a student's dress; the
building principal will determine the acceptability of that attire.
The district feels that parents have the responsibility of having
their children dress in an appropriate manner. Your impression upon
others and their impression of the entire school are influenced by
what you wear. If students have pride in their school, they will
dress accordingly.
NAME LABELS
Any articles of clothing that your child removes at school should
be labeled (boots, caps, sweater, etc.) Money sent to school with
younger children should be placed in an envelope with the student's
name, and the amount of money written on the outside.
LOST ARTICLES
Lost and found boxes are maintained in the school. Large amounts of
money should be given to the teacher or office for safekeeping.
FIELD TRIPS
Field trips are correlated with the educational program and are
used to either introduce or review a unit. Field trips are
considered to be an extension of the classroom. Field trips are
planned experiences, which can best be taught outside the
classroom. It is also used as a part of the enrichment program.
This is concrete learning rather than abstract. Adequate
preparations in the subject area and definite objectives are made
before each trip. Evaluation and review of material seen on the
field trip is made after the trip has been completed. Children
should attend school when a field trip has been scheduled. All
students must have a signed permission slip to go on a field trip.
Safety rules are strictly enforced on these trips and children not
conforming to the rules may be barred from participating in future
trips.
SCHOOL PARTIES
There will be three parties a year for grades Kindergarten, 3, 4
and 5. These are Halloween, Christmas, and Valentine’s Day.
Individual room parties for birthdays are to be kept moderate and
simple. They will start at 2:30 p.m. prompt.
SCHOOL BUS TRANSPORTATION
Many Meridian C.U.S.D. #223 students are transported each day to
school on buses provided by the school district. Since bus drivers
must follow a rigid schedule, there is a set of rules, which
applies to those who ride buses.
1. Students should be at the bus stop and ready to enter when
the bus arrives. If the driver were required to wait for tardy
pupils, it would be unfair to other families, prolong the duration
of the trip, and possibly contribute to unsafe practices. Help keep
the bus on schedule.
2. When pupils must cross the road to be picked up in the morning,
the driver, after looking for approaching cars, will signal when it
is safe to cross. Children should be instructed to wait for a
proper signal and to cross promptly. They should wait completely
back off the street or road.
3. Students who live on the left side of the road always cross
10-15 feet in front of the bus when getting off the bus in the
afternoon. The student should be instructed to walk to a point
10-15 feet in front of the bus on the right shoulder of the road
and remain there until a signal is given by the driver to
cross.
4. All students must remain in their seats at all times while the
bus is in motion. Please get on or off the bus without pushing or
shoving.
5. Students should refrain from marking, defacing, or in any way
damaging school buses on the inside or outside. The parents of the
students will pay for any such damage. School buses are very
expensive new and are very expensive to maintain. Please help your
child to see the importance of maintaining school property. Pupils
must refrain from unnecessary conversation with the driver. Drivers
are very busy with the job of safe driving. Shouting and screaming
is not a part of bus riding. Students or driver should use no
profanity. Students should be absolutely quiet at all railroad
crossings or dangerous roadway intersections.
6. Students should be a safe distance from a moving bus for the
safety of everyone. Students, not on the bus, should not touch the
bus when it is moving.
7. School buses are required to travel public roads only to pick up
school children. One and one-half miles
8. is the legal distance a child may be required to walk to meet
transportation or to the school building.
9. In case of school being dismissed early during the day (hot
weather, snow, etc.) parents should have a plan whereby their child
may stay at a neighbor’s home if the parent is not at home on such
a day.
10. Conditions regarding bus schedules due to bad weather:
a. Foggy morning: School buses may be delayed one (1) hour. This
information is difficult to broadcast before 7:00 A.M.
b. Bad weather (snow): When it is decided that buses will not run,
television stations will be informed. This information is to be
broadcast no later than 7:30 A.M. We will do our best to broadcast
the information over T.V. channels 13, 23 and 17.
c. Please remember these stations are very hard to contact on
mornings such as this and all cannot be informed at once.
11. It will be the parents’ responsibility to bring children to or
from school if portions of the routes are impassable.
12. Regular riders on the route may get off or on at other houses
on written request from the parent directly to the driver.
Non-riders will need a written request from their parents, approved
by the school principal in order to ride the bus. Visitors and
groups riding the bus tend to overcrowd the already crowded
bus.
13. The driver has the authority and responsibility to maintain
proper conduct on his/her bus.
14. Students are not to eat, chew gum, or drink on the bus.
15. The bus driver has the authority to assign seats on his/her bus
for as long a period as he or she considers it necessary.
16. Students should get the driver’s permission before opening or
closing windows. It is also very important that students not lean
or reach out of bus windows at any time.
17. If the bus driver and school officials have difficulty with a
student’s behavior, after he/she has been
warned, a school official will contact the parents of the child. If
the call or letter does not correct the behavior problem, the
student will be removed from the bus. Parents will then supply the
transportation.
18. Problems or complaints concerning the transportation of your
child should be of concern to all of us. Safe transportation is
made possible by cooperative efforts of many people. If you have a
concern or a question, please contact your child’s building
principal or call the bus garage at 645-2613.
SCHOOL BUS EXPECTATIONS
For the safety of your child and all the children on the bus,
please stress the importance of obeying the rules established by
the bus driver. Children should be reminded of the following
rules.
1. Remaining seated and facing forwards while the bus is
moving
2. Be quiet at railroad crossings
3. Cross in front of the bus when boarding or leaving the bus
4. No throwing of any type of article on the bus.
Students that cannot adhere to bus riding regulations risk losing their bus riding privileges. Parents will be made aware of their child’s behavior on the bus when it occurs. Second offenses generally result in removal of bus riding privileges for a period of time. Students who are not regular passengers on the bus they intend to ride must have permission to do so from the principal who will require a written request from the parents. Without a written note from home, no student will be allowed to change his or her bus-riding schedule. Regular bus students must ride the bus unless a note from the parent is given to the teacher, or they are attending a scheduled activity.
TRANSPORTATION POLICY
All eligible students will be provided transportation to school
from their homes or a designated location such as a baby-sitter,
grandparent, etc. If a student is to be transported from a location
other than the home where he/she resides, the school must be aware
of that at the August registration. Any changes made after the
district
will only accommodate the start of the school year if it does not interfere with the initial routing system. If a change does require any adjustment on the part of the school district, the parent will be responsible for the transportation of their child. Day to day changes in pick up and drop off locations are the direct responsibility of the parent.
ARTICLES PROHIBITED IN SCHOOL
Problems arise each year because children bring articles to school,
which are hazards to the safety of others or interfere in some way
with school procedures. Such items as guns, caps for cap guns, bean
shooters, water guns, knives, matches, hard balls, radios, bullets,
electronic games/devices and cigarettes brought to school will be
confiscated and disposed of. All types of toys are discouraged.
When a student has such items at school, they are subject to being
broken or stolen. The school cannot be responsible for such items.
Parents are requested to help children keep these items at home.
Check backpacks at night and in the morning.
CIRCULATION POLICY
MONROE CENTER ELEMENTARY LIBRARY
2007-2008
The Monroe Center Grade School Library has books for every grade and reading level. More books can be checked out when all other books are returned. Lost or damaged books must be paid for. Library reference books may be taken to the classroom, but must remain in the building.
Kindergarten: Students may check out one book at a time. If a book is overdue, the student may not check out another book until the first book is returned. These students are not charged fines.
Third – Fifth Grades: Students are allowed to check out two books at a time. Overdue books are charged a fine of $0.05 per day. There is a three-day grace period; if the book is returned in the first three days it is overdue, the fine is waived. On the fourth day, the fine is retroactive to day one. A student may not check out any other books until all overdue books are returned and fines are paid.
POLICY FOR LOST AND DAMAGED BOOKS: MERIDIAN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
LIBRARY, MONROE CENTER ELEMENTARY LIBRARY &
HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY LIBRARY
Lost Books:
1. Fine: Replacement cost plus $3 processing fee
2. Minimum amounts due: Hardcover: $10 plus $3 processing fee,
Paperback: $5 plus $3 processing fee
Lost/Found/Returned Books:
1. Book returned before replacement ordered: refund minus $2
handling fee
2. Book returned after replacement ordered: no refund
Damaged Books:
1. $3 repair fine if book can be salvaged
2. Replacement fines go into effect if book is beyond use
MERIDIAN CUSD #223
WEATHER RELATED/EMERGENCY RELATED
SCHOOL CANCELLATION/EARLY DISMISSAL
As a general rule, Meridian C.U.S.D. #223 believes it is best to
transport students to and from school at the regular times because
area drivers are accustomed to our busses on the roads at these
times and statistics prove less bus/traffic problems occur at these
times. Under unusual circumstances, approaching winter storm
advisories, we will make the decision to close schools early. We
plan to make this decision by noon and notify the below listed
media ASAP. Early dismissal means the Junior High and High School
will be dismissed one hour early (1:20 PM) and the Elementary
schools will also be dismissed one hour early (2:20 PM).
The decision to cancel school because of weather/other emergency
will be made by 6:00 AM if possible with the below listed media
notified immediately. Every attempt will be made to follow this
6:00 AM time line. The decision to cancel school is made in
consultation will national/state weather radar, township road
commissioners, and school district personnel. The philosophy of the
district is to cancel school rather than transport students to
school and have to send them home. While this is the general rule,
occasionally storms develop during the day and an early dismissal
is warranted. We only have 175 days of school each year. Making up
missed school days is done in the spring when weather is not an
issue.
GENERAL weather guidelines for cancellation/early dismissal due
to weather:
A heat index of approximately 100 degrees for an extended number of
days will generally warrant early dismissal or a wind chill Index
approximately –30 to -35 degrees will generally warrant school
cancellation. While these are general guidelines used by the
district, we understand parents are the final authority for their
children. Only parents know the specific health concerns and
transportation concerns of their children.
Therefore, parents should feel comfortable in determining whether
or not their children should attend school due to weather
conditions. If you determine your children should not attend school
due to weather, please call the school and notify the office of
your child’s absence as early as possible.
Media Notified: School Cancellation/Early Dismissal
Television: Rockford: WIFR-23, WREX-13, & WTVO-17
If you have any questions about our policy related to school
cancellation or early dismissal, please feel free to contact your
building principal or Mr. Robert Prusator, Superintendent.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
FIRE (Steady horn sound)
1. Students leave their room according to the designated route,
quickly, and orderly.
2. Extra rooms and washrooms are checked.
3. Students walk completely away from building to a grassy area
where the teacher calls roll.
TORNADO (P.A. announcement, intercom buzzer, and/or air
horn)
1. Teachers are notified if a tornado watch is in effect. They are
later notified if the watch is lifted.
2. In case of a warning, classes report to their assigned
locations. They sit on the floor, backs to a wall, knees up, and
hands covering their heads.
3. Classes outdoors will try to reach there inside location or lie
flat on the ground.
EARTHQUAKE
During the shaking:
1. If indoors, stay indoors. Hide under sturdy furniture. Stay near
the center of the building.
2. Stay away from glass.
3. If outside, stay away from building and utility wires.
PARENT INFORMATION
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
Parent Teacher conferences will be held two evenings (TBA) this year. Teachers will schedule before or after school conferences to accommodate parent schedules. Parents should arrange additional conferences directly with the classroom teacher. Occasionally, teachers will request that parents come in for special conferences.
PARENT VISITS IN OUR SCHOOL
Parents are welcome to visit our school at any time. Class
visits are a time for observation, and they furnish an excellent
background for teacher-parent conferences. To avoid making a class
visit during the time a test is being given, the parent may wish to
call the teacher to ascertain the daily plans before making a
visit. The classroom teacher will indicate the time and date for a
class visits. Parent classroom visitations should be limited to a
60-minute session. An all morning or all afternoon visits is
usually not recommended as it creates a distraction to the boys and
girls.
PARENTS - PLEASE SIGN-IN AT THE OFFICE BEFORE GOING TO THE CLASSROOMS.
REPORT CARDS AND REPORTS TO PARENTS
The report card in grade 3, 4 and 5 consists of two distinct sections. One section is intended to record the progress of the child, based upon his ability, effort, cooperation, interest, and social habits. The other section, academic progress, compares student growth with that of his or her classmates and other students in this grade. Conduct, effort, cooperation, etc., are taken into consideration by the teacher in grading the student.
SCHOOL HEALTH PROGRAM
Required Physicals:
According to Illinois State law, all students entering Pre-K or K
(first entrance), 5th, and 9th grades are required to present
evidence of a physical examination, completed within ``the last
year, with a complete immunization record, and the required dental
exam. Students who do not fulfill these requirements will not be
allowed to enroll and/or will be excluded until records are
presented. In case of transfer from another school/state, the
student will be given 30 days to comply with any health record
requirement. A “sports” physical does NOT satisfy this
requirement.
Administration of Medications
Parent(s)/guardian(s) are responsible for administering medication
to their children. Administering medication during school hours or
during school related activities is discouraged unless it is
necessary for the critical health and well being of the student.
Teachers and other non-administrative school employees, except
registered nurses, shall not be required to administer medication
to students. If a circumstance exists where medication is necessary
during school hours, a “MEDICATION AUTHORIZATION” form must be
signed by the parent and the physician and kept on file in the
nurse’s office. This authorization is required to be renewed EACH
school year. The medication must be in the original prescription,
or over the counter, container and stored in the main office unless
otherwise directed by the physician and parent. No student shall
possess or consume any prescription or non-prescription medication
on school grounds or at a school-related function other than as
provided for in the Administration of Medications policy and its
implementing procedures. A student MAY possess emergency
medications (i.e. Epipens, inhalers) provided a “Medication
Authorization” form has been completed by the physician AND the
parents/guardians. During school field trips, all medication must
be sent with the supervising teacher.
An occasional acetaminophen may be taken by a student during school hours, in the absence of written doctor’s orders, ONLY after evaluation AND direct telephone contact has been made with the parent/guardian for verbal consent. The school nurse will keep documentation of this administration.
Head Lice (Pediculosis) Meridian District has a no-nit policy. A student sent home and treated for the school nurse or designee must not see head lice before being allowed to return to the classroom to assure there is no evidence of lice/nits.
Pink Eye – Students with pink eye are to be excluded from school until 24 hours after treatment begins or child is examined by a physician and approved for readmission to school.
PERSONAL HYGIENE
Proper student dress is the responsibility of the student and
parents. However, a student's dress and grooming must be in the
best interest of the school with respect to the health, welfare,
and safety of each individual. In cold weather, proper attire
includes boots, hats, mittens or gloves. In warmer weather, shorts
are allowed, but no short shorts, halter or tube tops, swimwear or
fishnet shirts are allowed. All students will make every effort to
be neat and clean. Routine personal hygiene should be taken care of
at home. This includes daily bathing, brushing of teeth and hair,
etc. If the need arises, parents will be notified of any
problems.
Screenings:
The school nurse conducts vision and hearing tests. Vision
screening is not a substitute for a complete eye and vision
evaluation by an eye doctor. Your child is not required to undergo
this vision screening if an optometrist or ophthalmologist has
completed and signed a report form indicating that an examination
has been administered within the previous 12 months. Parents of
those students who do not pass these screenings are urged to comply
with the recommendations made by the nurse.
Emergency Information:
Injury: If a student incurs serious injury requiring medical
attention, parents will be notified immediately. Parents are asked
to supply the name and phone number of a responsible adult to be
notified when the parent cannot be reached. In the event that the
parent or emergency contact cannot be reached, the student will be
transported to the hospital for emergency treatment.
Illness: In the event a student becomes ill at school, parent will be notified concerning action to be taken. Students will not be sent home unless a parent is there to care for them.
COUNSELING SERVICES
Counseling services provide students with an opportunity to
increase their self-awareness, self-esteem, and social/emotional
growth. Maximizing these areas gives students the ability to excel
at academic tasks as well. The school counselor provides individual
and group counseling, classroom presentations, parent education
programs, consults with classroom teachers and parents, makes
referrals to outside agencies when appropriate, increases student
awareness of career opportunities, and assists students with life
transitions. Every student will have the opportunity to interact
with a counselor through classroom presentations, individual and/or
group settings. Parents/guardians, students, or school staff may
request counseling services. Counselors can be reached by calling
Monroe Center School at (815) 393-4424.
MONROE CENTER GRADE SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS
RECOMMENDED SUPPLY LIST FOR KINDERGARTEN
8 OZ. Bottle of Elmer’s School Glue
Medium Size Book Bag
Scissors (Friskers works well) metal, not plastic
Set of 8 Broad Tip Markers in primary colors
Box of Tissue
Two #2 Pencils
Box of 8 Crayons in primary colors
Crayons and markers should be basic eight colors (Red, Yellow,
Blue, Green, Orange,
Purple, Brown, and Black), (Not pastels or fluorescent)
Please put your child’s name on all supplies including individual
crayons.
Plastic Medium Size School Box
*NO Gym Shoes
THIRD GRADE SUPPLY LIST
Gym Shoes (Preferably not high tops) Due to time constraints of
changing shoes for gym, we would prefer that shoes are easy for
your child to put on.
20 #2 Sharpened Pencils 2 Red Marking Pencils
Ruler – with inches and centimeters Sharp pointed 8” Fiskars metal
scissors
Kleenex - 2 Large Box 2 Writing tablets (Purchased in school in
office)
Elmer’s White Glue 4 oz. Crayons
Prange Watercolors 10 Crayola markers (Not pastel)
4 folders with pockets Block eraser
Glue stick Colored pencils (At least 12)
2-70 page wide ruled notebooks Book bags or back packs – No duffle
bags!
No supply boxes or Trapper Keepers Assignment Notebook (Purchased
in school office)
1 Expo Dry erase markers
FOURTH GRADE SUPPLY LIST
1 Pencil Sharpener w/Shaving Catcher 4 Spiral Notebooks (Single
Subject)
2 Notebook Paper Wide line 20 sharpened pencils (At Least)
2 Large Kleenex Boxes 2 Red Checking Pens
Scissors Crayons
1 Box of Colored Pencils Assignment Notebook (Purchase in School
Office)
Ruler Standard/Metric Combination 1 Box of Markers
Small Pencil Box 1 Pack of Dry Erase Markers
Gym Shoes Erasers for Pencil
4 Pocket Folders (Yellow, Red, Blue, Green) 1 Large Elmer’s
Glue
Water Color Paints 2 Glue Sticks
6 Slotted Accordion Folder
*PLEASE MARK ALL SUPPLIES WITH CHILD’S NAME.
*PLEASE CHECK AND SEE THAT THESE SUPPLIES ARE REFILLED MONTHLY.
FIFTH GRADE SUPPLY LIST
Notebook paper Eraser
Elmer’s Glue Crayons
2 Large Boxes Kleenex Sharp Pointed Scissors
Gym Shoes 2 Notebooks (No Spirals)
2 Red Pens Assignment Notebook Purchased in School Office
Water Colors Colored Pencils
Ruler With Inches And Centimeters Markers
Blue And Black Ballpoint Pen (2 Of Each) #2 Pencils
6 Expo Dry erase markers (colors and 2 black) 13 Pocket Expanding
File Folder
Composition book Filler Paper – Wide Ruled 10.5 X 8 200/pk
1 Stick of glue calculator
3” X 5” note cards (index pack)
NUMBER 2 PENCILS (No mechanical pencils)
PLEASE MARK ALL SUPPLIES WITH CHILD’S NAME.
PLEASE CHECK AND SEE THAT THESE SUPPLIES ARE REFILLED MONTHLY.
